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Two people caught after attempted burglary in Hūnua, Auckland
The property had been targeted four times during the past few weeks.
Where Auckland rents rose the fastest in 2024
Viewing and listings may be picking up after 'subdued activity' late last year.
Cadaver dogs used in search for missing woman
The experienced tramper, 79, has been missing since March.
NZ's animal-related deaths: 37 people killed in past 15 years - bees, elephant among list
The Coroner has released a list of animals, sharsk and insects that have proven deadly.
Auckland neighbourhood reeling after driveway deaths of two children
It is understood that both children were under the age of 4.
Person injured confronting shoplifters outside supermarket
Police are looking for the two people who had left without paying for groceries.
Compass Homes Franklin in liquidation, creditors want money
Grant Reynolds appointed. He is also the liquidator of other Compass building businesses.
'Where is the money?' Creditor of Auckland house builder asks question
A subcontractor complained he was owed more than $80,000.
'Perfect storm': Built hundreds of new homes, now ceased trading
'The company hasn't made a sale for 12 months' - Garry Shuttleworth.
New green food scrap bins: Apartment owners fear exploding numbers
"Bins don't suit apartments and multi-unit dwellings as well as suburban areas."
Blaze damages restaurant in historic Pukekohe building, no one injured
The upper floor of the two-storey building was 'well involved'.
Where Auckland rents spiralled fastest: Average now $642/week
Steep rises in an area where many can’t afford to own homes, so are long-term tenants.
‘Never seen rain like that’: Farmers assess damage, tonnes of crops possibly obliterated
After an already tough summer, major farming and growing regions assessing new damage.
'Just come back': Friend's plea to comatose Picton crash survivor
Luie Lagud's surgery today reportedly went well, giving family and friends some hope.
Youth jumps from moving car after fleeing police following ram raid
The youth sustained moderate injuries and was being treated at Starship Hospital.
Gang menace: Motorists report dangerous convoy, disruptive behaviour
'Motorists through the area should plan for potential disruption.'
Firefighters battle 16ha vegetation fire in rural southeast Auckland
About 20 firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze.
If these walls could talk: Auckland's under-explored historic homes
Find some of Auckland's wonderful off-the-radar historic houses.
I was there: When Pōkeno became jenniferann.com
Name change harks back to turn-of-the-century dotcom fever.
Teacher Covid-19 test delays keep high school closed
More schools made the call to stay closed today in the face of rising Delta numbers.
$42m Lotto winner: Countdown Pokeno staff 'walking on air'
With a population of around 4500, locals are hoping it's one of them.
Three Aucklanders referred to health authorities after Tauranga trip
The Bay of Plenty DHB has been contacted for comment.
Chasing the mace: Have the Black Caps made up for past failures?
NZ cricketers embark on a week-long tour in celebration of their Test Championship win.
Auckland vaccination centres run out of supply for hours
After 20 people - who had waited hours - left the facility, the vaccines were delivered.
NZ's crucial Covid-19 vaccine shipment arrives early
A shipment of 150,000 vaccines has arrived two days early.
The cheque's no longer in the mail - Entrust dividend warning
Householders urged to tell trust how they can be paid. Last year they got $280.
Watch: 'Pretty pain-free' - PM gets Covid-19 jab
Jacinda Ardern says first jab was "pretty pain-free".